Emi Koussi

Tibesti Mountains, Northern Chad, Chad

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Emi Koussi, located in the Tibesti Mountains of northern Chad, is the highest mountain in both Chad and the Sahara Desert, rising to about 3,415 to 3,447 meters above sea level.

It is a massive shield volcano that dominates the surrounding desert landscape and forms the highest peak of the Tibesti range. The volcano is known for its vast summit calderas, volcanic craters, lava formations, and rugged terrain created by past volcanic activity. Although remote and largely uninhabited, it remains one of the most impressive geological features in the Sahara and has attracted explorers and scientists interested in its unique volcanic history.

Surrounded by dramatic desert scenery, Emi Koussi offers a striking contrast between high volcanic mountains and the arid plains below. Its status as the “roof of the Sahara” makes it one of the most iconic natural landmarks in Africa.